A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a weaker-than-expected August jobs report heightened concerns about the health of the U.S. economy.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the latest jobs report showed nonfarm payrolls rose by only 22,000, significantly below the forecasted 75,000.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a much weaker-than-expected jobs report fueled concerns about a slowing economy and its impact on consumer spending.
Shares of pop culture collectibles manufacturer Funko (NASDAQ:FNKO)
fell 3.9% in the afternoon session after a broader market downturn triggered by a surprisingly weak August jobs report. The U.S. stock market saw sharp declines as the jobs data reinforced expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut. While stocks initially rose on the prospect of lower borrowing costs, they quickly reversed as investors weighed the implications of an economic slowdown. Funko, as a consumer discretionary company, was affected by this negative sentiment, which saw numerous stocks in the sector decline. The report's indication of cautious hiring trends raises concerns about future consumer spending, which could directly impact companies that rely on non-essential purchases.
Shares of clothing and footwear retailer Boot Barn (NYSE:BOOT)
fell 4.7% in the afternoon session after a disappointing U.S. nonfarm payrolls report raised concerns about the health of the economy and consumer spending. The report showed a marginal gain of just 22,000 jobs, significantly missing the market estimate of 75,000. Furthermore, the unemployment rate increased to 4.3%, its highest level since December 2021. For a retail company like Boot Barn, which depends on strong consumer demand, signs of a cooling labor market can be concerning for investors. The weak employment data has heightened speculation that the Federal Reserve might consider a quarter-point interest rate cut at its next meeting to support the economy.
Shares of independent financial services firm LPL Financial (NASDAQ:LPLA) fell 6.3% in the afternoon session after a broad market sell-off triggered by a dismal August jobs report that signaled a slowing economy. The U.S. economy added only 22,000 nonfarm payrolls, a figure substantially below the forecasted 75,000, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3%, its highest level since 2021. This unexpected weakness in the labor market led to a downturn in major indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average.
Shares of fertility benefits company Progyny (NASDAQ:PGNY)
fell 5.1% in the afternoon session after a broader market downturn triggered by a surprisingly weak U.S. labor market report. The decline was not driven by company-specific news, as the fertility benefits provider had recently announced a global expansion. Instead, the move was part of a market-wide negative reaction to new economic data. The report showed that nonfarm payrolls increased by only 22,000 in August, and the jobless rate rose to 4.3%. This sharp cooling in the labor market sparked fears of a more significant slowdown, leading to a flight to safer assets like Treasuries and causing stocks to fall. The negative sentiment was compounded by historical trends, as September is, on average, a seasonally weak month for the stock market.
Shares of financial services giant Charles Schwab (NYSE:SCHW) fell 5.8% in the afternoon session after a significantly weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report sparked fears of an economic slowdown, dragging down the broader market and economically sensitive sectors like banking. The U.S. economy added only 22,000 jobs in August, falling far short of the estimated 75,000. This report from the labor market prompted a sell-off as investors weighed the possibility of a recession. The banking sector was particularly hard-hit, falling over 2% as concerns grew about the economy's health. While the soft labor market data could encourage the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, the immediate market reaction was negative, with the potential for an economic downturn overshadowing optimism about looser monetary policy.
Shares of online vehicle auction company Copart (NASDAQ:CPRT) fell 3.9% in the afternoon session after the release of a surprisingly weak August jobs report, which showed a significant slowdown in hiring. The U.S. economy added only 22,000 jobs, falling far short of the 75,000 economists had forecasted, while the unemployment rate rose to a 46-month high of 4.3%. The Bureau of Labor Statistics report also contained downward revisions for previous months, intensifying concerns that the labor market's health is deteriorating. Several sectors, including manufacturing, financial activities, and information, reported job losses for the month. While the disappointing data initially fueled investor hopes for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut, major indices like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 later fell as concerns about a potential economic downturn took hold.
Shares of online work marketplace Upwork (NASDAQ:UPWK)
fell 4.8% in the afternoon session after a report showed the U.S. labor market is cooling, with fewer jobs added in August than anticipated. The U.S. economy added a lower-than-expected 22,000 jobs, suggesting a potential slowdown in hiring. For a company like Upwork, which runs a marketplace connecting businesses with freelancers, a weaker labor market can be a significant headwind.
Shares of personal care and home fragrance retailer Bath & Body Works (NYSE:BBWI)
fell 5.7% in the afternoon session after a weak U.S. jobs report and signs of a broader retail sector pullback. The latest U.S. nonfarm payrolls data showed a disappointing gain of only 22,000 jobs, far below the market estimate of 75,000, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3%, its highest level since December 2021. This indicates that employers are cautious about hiring in an uncertain economic environment.
Shares of asset management firm WisdomTree (NYSE:WT) fell 3.9% in the afternoon session after a broader market downturn as investors assessed the state of the U.S. job market. The decline was not unique to WisdomTree, as U.S. stocks broadly fell while Wall Street debated whether the labor market has slowed too much. The negative sentiment impacted major stocks across the market, including AI-related chip company Nvidia, which dropped 4%. This widespread sell-off suggests that WisdomTree's stock was caught in the larger market currents driven by economic uncertainty rather than company-specific news.
Shares of electronic brokerage firm Interactive Brokers (NASDAQ:IBKR) fell 6% in the afternoon session after a much weaker-than-expected August jobs report triggered a broad market sell-off amid concerns about the U.S. economy. The U.S. economy added only 22,000 jobs in August, falling significantly short of the 75,000 that forecasters had anticipated. This disappointing hiring data, coupled with the unemployment rate climbing to a 46-month high of 4.3%, sparked what one report called "jobs angst" on Wall Street.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the August jobs report came in significantly weaker than anticipated, sparking fears of a slowdown in consumer spending.
Shares of arcade company Dave & Buster’s (NASDAQ:PLAY) fell 2.6% in the afternoon session after investors reacted to broader market concerns about the health of the U.S. job market.
Shares of healthcare tech company GoodRx (NASDAQ:GDRX)
fell 4.9% in the afternoon session after a report on the U.S. job market raised concerns about a potential recession.
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Shares of railway infrastructure company L.B. Foster (NASDAQ:FSTR)
fell 3% in the afternoon session after a surprisingly weak August jobs report revealed the U.S. economy added far fewer jobs than anticipated.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a surprisingly weak August jobs report revealed the U.S. economy added far fewer jobs than anticipated.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a surprisingly weak August jobs report revealed the U.S. economy added far fewer jobs than anticipated. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that non-farm payrolls rose by just 22,000, significantly missing the 75,000 expected by economists. Compounding the concerns, the unemployment rate climbed to 4.3%, its highest level in nearly four years. The report also included downward revisions to previous months' data, with June now showing the first net job loss since 2020. While a cooling labor market could encourage the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, investors reacted negatively. The sharp slowdown in hiring sparked fears of a broader economic downturn, causing stocks to fall as the market weighed whether the Fed's potential actions would be enough to prevent a recession.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after a surprisingly weak August jobs report revealed the U.S. economy added far fewer jobs than anticipated.
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Shares of educational publishing and media company Scholastic (NASDAQ:SCHL)
jumped 5% in the afternoon session after reports of a positive consensus rating from Wall Street analysts. The children's publishing, education, and media company currently holds a "Buy" consensus rating, according to three financial analysts. This collective positive outlook suggests that market experts see potential for the stock's value to increase. Such ratings often influence investor sentiment and can be a catalyst for stock price movements, reflecting confidence in the company's financial health and future prospects.
Shares of technology real estate company Opendoor (NASDAQ:OPEN)
jumped 9% in the afternoon session after the company continued its rally, fueled by strong retail investor interest and an insider stock purchase, while shrugging off a negative report from a short-seller.
Shares of technology giant Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) fell 2.6% in the afternoon session after disclosure that CEO Satya Nadella sold a significant amount of company stock, compounding a broader sell-off in the technology sector.
Shares of online home goods retailer Wayfair (NYSE:W)
jumped 6% in the afternoon session after the company presented its strategic outlook at the Goldman Sachs 32nd Annual Global Retailing Conference.
Shares of footwear company Caleres (NYSE:CAL)
jumped 11.4% in the afternoon session after investors looked past a significant earnings miss from the previous day, focusing instead on recent market share gains and a strategic acquisition.
